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Pmt2 · 24 October 2017, 05:20 AM

Ok. So I decided to purchase a white dial watch to go with my ceramic SD4000. I'm trying to decide between a datejust 41 (126300) or a Grand Seiko (sbgr255). Now I know this is a Rolex forum and the majority are going to automatically pick the datejust but the Grand Seiko is a serious/beautiful watch! Before I decide I wanted to get your thoughts on the Grand Seiko. I will either end up with 2 classic Rolex's black/white or the best of both worlds with a Rolex and a Grand Seiko black/white. Thanks in advance. Heres a picture of the Grand Seiko.
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tomchicago · 24 October 2017, 05:23 AM

If you go GS, go 9F quartz imo.

Star Ferry · 24 October 2017, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by tomchicago

If you go GS, go 9F quartz imo.

Agreed. 9F quartz is an affordable way to appreciate GS case and dial finishing

Their auto movements are pretty thick. At that price point, I'm headed to other brands

tomchicago · 25 October 2017, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Star Ferry

Agreed. 9F quartz is an affordable way to appreciate GS case and dial finishing

Their auto movements are pretty thick. At that price point, I'm headed to other brands

Also that clutched second hand movement is very special and the accuracy is incredible.

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Ccc3 · 24 October 2017, 05:24 AM

I still haven't gotten my first Rolex, but am already having this same debate. As of right now, I am leaning towards the Grand Seiko. I kind of like it because it is the ULTIMATE under-the-radar watch. Even many watch guys won't like Grand Seiko for the Seiko connotation. It is the white-gold-being-mistaken-for-steel issue on steroids!
I like the old SBGA011 Snowflake with the SEIKO at the top best, and I am only really interested in the Spring Drive movements

Calatrava r · 24 October 2017, 05:24 AM

With the sticks, I wish GS had put lume. That would be a deal breaker for me.

Cru Jones · 24 October 2017, 05:34 AM

White GS? It HAS to be the Snowflake.

That being said, the bracelet and clasp leaves something to be desired, IMHO. So, DJ 41 for me (jubilee + smooth bezel).

travisb · 24 October 2017, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

White GS? It HAS to be the Snowflake.

That being said, the bracelet and clasp leaves something to be desired, IMHO. So, DJ 41 for me (jubilee + smooth bezel).

Bingo.

ap1 · 24 October 2017, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

White GS? It HAS to be the Snowflake.

That being said, the bracelet and clasp leaves something to be desired, IMHO. So, DJ 41 for me (jubilee + smooth bezel).

All this

breitlings · 24 October 2017, 05:40 AM

I would consider a zenith white dial daytona as well like a 16518 and a polar explorer.

Lordofrolex · 24 October 2017, 05:58 AM

Rolex..... easy

Tangier11 · 25 October 2017, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Lordofrolex

Rolex..... easy

I second this

R. Francis · 24 October 2017, 06:02 AM

I'd go for the Grand Seiko. Lots of respect for the brand. Have you taken a look at their High Beats?

Forum-Dweller · 24 October 2017, 06:05 AM

I've had a couple GS Spring Drives and I'd have to say Rolex only for its retention of resale value (I'm a serial flipper). If you like the GS and enjoy a stealth watch that you can play off as "just a Seiko", then go for it.

Keep in mind, if you're in it for the long haul, the GS is going to be a nightmare to get serviced.

Atlantic · 24 October 2017, 06:09 AM

Rolex, no contest!

Kutay · 24 October 2017, 06:09 AM

I would choose a DJ, but GS Snowflake is a beauty

S2000_driver · 24 October 2017, 06:10 AM

Grand Seiko!

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wiggindude · 24 October 2017, 06:11 AM

Rolex. You can never have enough Rolexes.

Jack T · 24 October 2017, 06:21 AM

This is a great thread, I have had my eye on a GS for almost 2 years, just not sure which one. Then again, I also like the new DJ41, so nothing is easy.

It's nice to see the balanced responses, although it's hard not to lean toward Rolex.

axl911 · 24 October 2017, 06:27 AM

Here’s the answer that is in the form of a question, “What’s a Grand Seiko?”.

HONDABBQ · 24 October 2017, 10:34 PM

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Here’s the answer that is in the form of a question, “What’s a Grand Seiko?”.

LOL perfect.

AK797 · 24 October 2017, 06:48 AM

I wouldn't pick that GS, looks a little flat and sterile.

superstarmar · 24 October 2017, 06:49 AM

Datejust... classic and beautiful!!!

Radix · 24 October 2017, 07:10 AM

I went with a Grand Seiko Chronograph (sbgc201) as my second watch, with the SD4k being the first. I am so glad that I did. The GS is an awesome watch. I love the accuracy of the spring drive. It gains about 2-3 seconds per month at most. The high beat sweep is mesmerizing. The finish is superlative. I couldn't be happier with a watch. (Same for the SD4k, too.)

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kingkonger · 25 October 2017, 11:23 PM

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I went with a Grand Seiko Chronograph (sbgc201) as my second watch, with the SD4k being the first. I am so glad that I did. The GS is an awesome watch. I love the accuracy of the spring drive. It gains about 2-3 seconds per month at most. The high beat sweep is mesmerizing. The finish is superlative. I couldn't be happier with a watch. (Same for the SD4k, too.)

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Congrats!!!

Stunning watch!

I'm also looking for a GS chronograph! It amazes me how smooth the spring drive second hand moves.

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Joemck · 24 October 2017, 07:24 AM

The GS is a honey of a watch but I’m drawn to the date just 41 on jubilee.
Aesthetically, hard to beat a DJ.

Tony-GB · 24 October 2017, 07:28 AM

Rolex all day long.

tomchicago · 24 October 2017, 07:27 AM

Go try on the GS a few times. I strongly preferred their quartz movements. The bracelet is extremely comfortable and the watch grows on you.

Pmt2 · 24 October 2017, 04:36 PM

Formulansx · 24 October 2017, 06:17 PM

Rolex for sure! My second and third was Rolex! The GS is a great watch though. Just too many great Rolex's in the way!

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24 October 2017, 05:20 AM	#1
Pmt2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,145	Rolex or Grand Seiko for my 2nd watch? Decisions decisions... Ok. So I decided to purchase a white dial watch to go with my ceramic SD4000. I'm trying to decide between a datejust 41 (126300) or a Grand Seiko (sbgr255). Now I know this is a Rolex forum and the majority are going to automatically pick the datejust but the Grand Seiko is a serious/beautiful watch! Before I decide I wanted to get your thoughts on the Grand Seiko. I will either end up with 2 classic Rolex's black/white or the best of both worlds with a Rolex and a Grand Seiko black/white. Thanks in advance. Heres a picture of the Grand Seiko. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 October 2017, 05:58 AM	#11
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,692	Rolex..... easy __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

24 October 2017, 06:21 AM	#19
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,738	This is a great thread, I have had my eye on a GS for almost 2 years, just not sure which one. Then again, I also like the new DJ41, so nothing is easy. It's nice to see the balanced responses, although it's hard not to lean toward Rolex. __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

24 October 2017, 07:24 AM	#26
Joemck "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Boston Watch: And listen Posts: 690	The GS is a honey of a watch but I’m drawn to the date just 41 on jubilee. Aesthetically, hard to beat a DJ. __________________ " Now and then we had a hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to become pirates." ---- Mark Twain

24 October 2017, 07:28 AM	#27
Tony-GB "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: Oxfordshire, UK Watch: 116680 & 116622 Posts: 3,953	Rolex all day long. __________________ "...why oh why, didn't I take the blue pill...?" http://www.helenanddouglas.org.uk/ www.cheetah.org

24 October 2017, 05:23 AM	#2
tomchicago Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Watch: 16710BLRO, 214270. Posts: 2,717	If you go GS, go 9F quartz imo.

24 October 2017, 05:24 AM	#5
Ccc3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Oregon Posts: 6	I still haven't gotten my first Rolex, but am already having this same debate. As of right now, I am leaning towards the Grand Seiko. I kind of like it because it is the ULTIMATE under-the-radar watch. Even many watch guys won't like Grand Seiko for the Seiko connotation. It is the white-gold-being-mistaken-for-steel issue on steroids! I like the old SBGA011 Snowflake with the SEIKO at the top best, and I am only really interested in the Spring Drive movements

24 October 2017, 05:24 AM	#6
Calatrava r 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: United States Watch: Rolex and Patek Posts: 11,959	With the sticks, I wish GS had put lume. That would be a deal breaker for me.

24 October 2017, 05:34 AM	#7
Cru Jones 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: CET Posts: 35,792	White GS? It HAS to be the Snowflake. That being said, the bracelet and clasp leaves something to be desired, IMHO. So, DJ 41 for me (jubilee + smooth bezel).

24 October 2017, 05:40 AM	#10
breitlings Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bethesda Watch: Apple TV Posts: 5,736	I would consider a zenith white dial daytona as well like a 16518 and a polar explorer.

24 October 2017, 06:02 AM	#13
R. Francis "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Frank Location: Las Vegas Posts: 120	I'd go for the Grand Seiko. Lots of respect for the brand. Have you taken a look at their High Beats?

24 October 2017, 06:05 AM	#14
Forum-Dweller Banned Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 215	I've had a couple GS Spring Drives and I'd have to say Rolex only for its retention of resale value (I'm a serial flipper). If you like the GS and enjoy a stealth watch that you can play off as "just a Seiko", then go for it. Keep in mind, if you're in it for the long haul, the GS is going to be a nightmare to get serviced.

24 October 2017, 06:09 AM	#15
Atlantic "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: At Sea Posts: 394	Rolex, no contest!

24 October 2017, 06:09 AM	#16
Kutay "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Ankara Posts: 4	I would choose a DJ, but GS Snowflake is a beauty

24 October 2017, 06:10 AM	#17
S2000_driver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: So Cal Posts: 268	Grand Seiko! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 October 2017, 06:11 AM	#18
wiggindude "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Houston Watch: 14060M Posts: 111	Rolex. You can never have enough Rolexes.

24 October 2017, 06:27 AM	#20
axl911 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 170	Here’s the answer that is in the form of a question, “What’s a Grand Seiko?”.

24 October 2017, 06:48 AM	#22
AK797 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	I wouldn't pick that GS, looks a little flat and sterile.

24 October 2017, 06:49 AM	#23
superstarmar Banned Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: In Motion Watch: my wrist presence Posts: 7,436	Datejust... classic and beautiful!!!

24 October 2017, 07:10 AM	#24
Radix "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: TN Posts: 95	I went with a Grand Seiko Chronograph (sbgc201) as my second watch, with the SD4k being the first. I am so glad that I did. The GS is an awesome watch. I love the accuracy of the spring drive. It gains about 2-3 seconds per month at most. The high beat sweep is mesmerizing. The finish is superlative. I couldn't be happier with a watch. (Same for the SD4k, too.)

24 October 2017, 07:27 AM	#28
tomchicago Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Watch: 16710BLRO, 214270. Posts: 2,717	Go try on the GS a few times. I strongly preferred their quartz movements. The bracelet is extremely comfortable and the watch grows on you.

24 October 2017, 04:36 PM	#29
Pmt2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,145

24 October 2017, 06:17 PM	#30
Formulansx "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Guy Gadbois Location: Norcal Watch: Rolex,Omega,Seiko Posts: 1,757	Rolex for sure! My second and third was Rolex! The GS is a great watch though. Just too many great Rolex's in the way! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Day-Date President, Datejust (flipped), Bluesy 16613, Omega 14kt Seamaster, Seiko Cocktail Time, Seiko Alpinist, REC 901-2 (Porsche 911), REC TTT Escape (Steve McQueen Triumph). A few Bulovas, cars, and fountain pens

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